Sea Angler

Sea Angler is Britain’s s biggest-selling sea fishing magazine. Launched in 1972, it covers shore and boat angling around the UK coastline and further afield. It's unique because every month it offers: * Full and honest tackle tests: what to use and buy * Exclusive bass section: dedicated to Britain's true sportfish * Shimano Mission Catch Competition: catch target species over a certain weight to claim embroidered catch badges * Technical and Tactical advice: how to catch through the changing seasons * Regular kayaking advice features & stories On average we publish 140 pages each month absolutely crammed with action, advice, tips and inspirational editorial.

WELCOME • ISSUE 597 JUNE 2021

Sea Angler

COVER YOUR BASS OPTIONS • You’ve got the rod and reel, but other items along with lures or bait really determine success or a dismal blank

BANKING ON STINGRAYS • Warm weather signals the arrival of these powerful fish. Are you ready to take on this challenge?

THE WRITER

ABOUT THE STINGRAY

NORTH NORFOLK SHINGLE BANK • A popular match venue, the area between Weybourne and Blakeney Point offers plenty of space to fish

NEED TO KNOW

MAKING MAGIC AT NEWTON • Learn the tricks to enjoy some exceptional smoothhound fishing at this rocky mark near Porthcawl

NEED TO KNOW

SEATOWN • This mark on the western edge of Dorset offers a wide variety of species with the chance to try different tactics

NEED TO KNOW

RECULVER & HERNE BAY • This stretch of Kent’s northern coast has plenty to offer, but most anglers target the bass, thornback rays and smoothhounds

NEED TO KNOW

CHALKY POINT • Noted for large numbers of flatfish, the mark on the Humber also produces bass

NEED TO KNOW

ESCAPE TO KILNSEA • A howling wind forces a retreat from the open coast, but for Matt Hope it turns into a battering from his wife and youngest son

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED • Catch a specimen fish to stand a chance of winning some great line from Sufix

TARGET HITTERS!

MISSION RECORD HOLDERS

HOW TO ENTER

YOUNG RODS • Sea Anglers great angling achievements of its readers

FROM ANGLER TO SKIPPER • In final episode of his three-part series, Kevin McKie reveals how he has pushed charter fishing to the limit after taking the helm of Size Matters

ROLL OF HONOUR

SERIAL THRILLERS • Tope fishing rates as one of the most exciting forms of boat fishing in our waters. Give it a try…

FIVE GO MAD IN PADSTOW • Dinky the Seagull Whisperer, Bryan, Ed and Pops set off for some tope fishing…and Rosie Brown samples the hectic sport

VIEW FROM THE WHEELHOUSE • Uptiding for tope was developed in the Thames Estuary, where charter skipper Scott Belbin now continues the tradition

SKIPPER’S TACKLE AND BAIT TIPS

NEED TO KNOW

DRIFTING FOR FLATFISH • It’s that time of year again. Dave Barham explains how to target turbot, brill and plaice

TACKLING BRILL AND TURBOT

HAUL OUT THE HOOK • This method of retrieving an anchor makes life easier, but should only be attempted if you have the correct skills

THE BIG INTERVIEW NORMAN DUNLOP • Meet a genuine angler’s angler whose career was dedicated to putting Ireland’s boat and shore fishing on the map

TAME A TREVALLY • A fish of real beauty, the widespread bluefin variety gives a powerful fight

ASK THE EXPERTS • When sending your question, please remember to include your name and address

Q & A SHORE ANGLING

WIN SUFIX AND RAPALA PRIZES WORTH £170

Q & A LIGHT ROCK FISHING

Q & A LURE FISHING

Q & A BOAT ANGLING

Q & A KAYAK FISHING

THREE-HOOK FLAPPER •...